Australia, June - August 2005

Cleveland, Queensland Catch me if you can A koala on a big tree just outside my backyard. Unfortunately, he fell off to the ground in the evening since the branch was broken suddenly. Poor guy! He screamed and ran away. My roomate watched the whole process! Yummy, lobster! A 40th anniversary celebration with lots of sea food. My colleagues and me Underwater World, Sunshine Coast, June 26, 2005 A boy and a girl :) I like this boy. He is a little gentleman. Sawfish, a fish with human face! Sawfish with a saw like thing on top of its head, the most amazing sea animal I have ever seen. Brisbane City, Queensland, July 02, 2005 City Hall City Hall is in the very heart of Brisbane. It is the city's most significant historical landmark combining Brisbane City Hall, City Hall Art Gallery, The Clock Tower, King George Square and Brisbane Administration Centre. City Hall square Queen Street Mall Queen street mall is the busiest shopping mall in Brisbane. Well, I think it so so. An Aboriginal Man on Queen Street Aboriginal Australians have their own arts. This man makes a living on it. Ferry to South Bank Taking ferry from Brisbane city to south bank across Brisbane river is very pleasant, although it only takes no more than 4 mins. South Bank South bank has many tropical plants and is much more beatiful than the city itself. City View from South Bank Woolshed Ram Show, Ferny Hills, July 03, 2005 I am a shearer :) The unique Australian 'Woolshed Ram Show' features eight trained rams representing the major Australian sheep breeds, from the world famous Australian fine wool merino to the carpet wool Tukidale. Kangaroos and me Kangaroos are so quiet. They are easy to get along with. Feeding kangaroos! You can cuddle them, you can kiss them, you can do everything you like with them, as long as you have food in hand:) Kangaroo mom and her baby (Joey). I miss your mom when I see this... Joey is trying to hide in the pocket! It is hard to imagine how the pocket can hold such a big baby. Koalas are waking up. Koalas usually sleep in the day. But the staff there wake them up by taking away the branches on which they are sleeping. Koala is thinking about his lunch. The leaves are their lunch. Sheared sheep :( It is a sheep shearing show. The man only takes about 5 mins to finish shearing. It is said that this job is profitable:)

Tropical Social Club, July 8th, 2005 My Tropical Dress My Colleagues Sydney, New South Wales, July 18th - July 23th Opera House 1 We took an inside tour of the world famous Sydney Opera House, including concert hall and opera hall. Magnificent! But pictures are not allowed due to copyright. What a pity :( Opera House 2 Part of the Sydney Opera House this is the latest in a long line of beautifully elegant drink and dine spots in the city. Located on the Lower Concourse of the Opera House, you naturally have spectacular views of Sydney Harbour in front of you and the city lights sparkling all around. Opera House, night view Sydney CBD 1 Sydney Central Business District. Sydney CBD 2 On my left is the Opera House. Sydeny CBD, night view Harbor Cruise Harbor Bridge and Opera House, the most exciting view in Sydney. Harbor Bridge and Opera House Town Hall The charm of Victorian architecture combines perfectly with state of the art equipment to make Sydney Town Hall one of Australia’s most exciting venues. Queen Victoria Building The Queen Victoria Building has been described as "the most beautiful shopping centre in the world". This outstanding example of Byzantine architecture, which occupies an entire city block, was built in 1898. St. Marys Cathedral One of the largest examples of 19th century Gothic revival style churches in the world. Darling Harbor Darling Harbour is one of the world's great waterfront destinations. With its spectacular harbour setting, Darling Harbour is a favourite place for Sydneysiders to spend their time relaxing and celebrating. Street Model Paddington Market Paddington Markets is Sydney's oldest community market. Paddington is known for its exciting and quirky atmosphere; its eccentric and colourful traders; its eclectic products and contemporary design; the high quality of its art, craft, design, and fashion. Bondi Beach Bondi Beach is one of Australia's most famous beaches and among the world's most well-known beaches. Sand, surf and sun, full of fun. From that moment on, I love a sport called 'surfing'. Bondi Beach My lovely sister and me. Street corner Last modified: Sun Dec 4 16:40:05 EST 2005